Goa in Winter — Weather & What to Expect
Winter in Goa (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 27.8°C and lows of 15.3°C, with around 17.2mm of rain across the season (3 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the northern hemisphere, winter in Goa covers December, January, February.
Winter in Goa month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 27.5°C | 16.3°C | 13.6mm | 2 | 10/10 |
| January | 25.5°C | 13.6°C | 3.5mm | 1 | 10/10 |
| February | 30.4°C | 15.9°C | 0.1mm | 0 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Goa in winter
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
- Lightweight, breathable clothing
- High SPF sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is winter a good time to visit Goa?
Winter in Goa rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 27.8°C with 17.2mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Goa in winter?
Daytime highs average 27.8°C (82.0°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 15.3°C.
What months are winter in Goa?
Goa is in the northern hemisphere, so winter covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Goa · Goa annual climate · Goa in spring · Goa in summer · Goa in autumn
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Winter in Goa — what to pack
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Pack layers — temperatures can vary significantly between day and night.
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.